Women in Sports
Netflix streams Queen of Chess documentary on Judit Polgár
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The Netflix documentary Queen of Chess, directed by Rory Kennedy, chronicles the life and career of Hungarian chess prodigy Judit Polgár. It highlights her groundbreaking achievements in a male-dominated sport and begins streaming on February 6, 2026. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2026.
In this series on UK padel's gender divide, Empower Padel founder Pepita Stonor shares her journey from noticing the lack of women in 2020 to building a 2,500-strong female community, urging parents and families to help balance participation amid LTA data showing just 30% female players.
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Former US Women's Chess Champion Jennifer Shahade has detailed her experiences of sexual abuse by grandmaster Alejandro Ramirez, shared stories from other women, and addressed misogyny, hypocrisy, and gender imbalances in chess. Her 2023 social media post sparked a #MeToo movement in the sport, leading to investigations, resignations, and a lifetime ban for Ramirez. In a recent interview, Shahade reflects on her role, ongoing challenges, and commitment to accountability.